EWC Graduate Degree Fellowship in the United States | Fully Funded
The East West Centre Graduate Degree Fellowship offers fully funded master's and doctoral opportunities at the University of Hawai'i for students worldwide. Fellows participate in leadership development, community building, and cultural exchange programs.
Overview
The EWC Graduate Degree Fellowship in the United States provides a unique environment for dedicated graduates to pursue master's or doctoral degrees at the University of Hawai'i. Hosted by the East-West Center (EWC), the program aims to build a strong sense of an Asia-Pacific community, preparing future leaders through educational enrichment, cultural exchange, residential community living, and collaborative leadership projects.
Benefits
- Coverage of books and health insurance expenses.
- Housing accommodation in an EWC dormitory.
- Partial funding towards meals and incidental expenses.
- Competitive additional funding opportunities for field studies, conference attendance, and presentations.
Eligibility
- Applicants must be citizens or permanent residents of an eligible country or territory across the United States, the Pacific Region, Southeast Asia, South Asia, or East Asia.
- Candidates must hold a four-year bachelor's degree or equivalent from an accredited U.S. institution or a recognized international higher education institution prior to the fellowship start date.
- Generally, a minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0 (or equivalent) is required across the last four semesters or six quarters of undergraduate study and any post-baccalaureate work.
- Participants must satisfy all graduate admission requirements set by the University of Hawai'i.
How to Apply
Candidates must submit their submissions through the online application portal. The application pathway depends on current enrollment status:
- Current University of Hawai'i Students: Apply directly to the East-West Center alongside all required documentation.
- Non-UH Students: Apply to the University of Hawai'i first, and then submit an application to the EWC supported by proof of the UH application submission and necessary documents.
Required documentation generally includes a curriculum vitae (CV) or resume, a passport biography page, a graduate program statement of objectives, and admission proof where applicable.
Deadline
Applications close on December 01, 2026.